Planning Applications in
Ealing
Ealing has a population of approximately 340,000 and is part of the London region. Search any postcode in Ealing to see recent planning applications near you — including extensions, new builds, demolitions, and change of use applications.
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Planning Application Types in Ealing
Based on 3159 applications tracked between 2024-08-03 and 2026-10-26.
Full
32% of all applications
Householder
23% of all applications
Demolition
18% of all applications
Prior Approval
9% of all applications
Tree Works
9% of all applications
Change of Use
4% of all applications
Ealing Planning Statistics
Data period: 2024-08-03 to 2026-10-26 · Updated 28 October 2026
What PlanWatch Is Tracking in Ealing
PlanWatch currently holds 3,159 Ealing planning records across 1,577 unique postcode locations, with tracked application dates from 2024-08-03 to 2026-10-26. The most common categories in this dataset are Full (1,005), Householder (719), Demolition (555).
Use this page to start with a postcode search, then open the official council record for the decision notice, drawings, consultation deadline and any later conditions. That matters because a short application description rarely shows the details neighbours and buyers care about: side windows, roof forms, access, drainage, tree works, opening hours or amended plans.
Planning Battles in Ealing
Notable planning controversies and disputes that have shaped development in the Ealing area.
Waitrose/John Lewis West Ealing Redevelopment
2024-2025John Lewis Partnership proposed 428 rental homes (83 affordable), a new Waitrose store, and four towers up to 19 storeys. Despite 96% opposition in consultation and pre-election promises by councillors to restrict tall buildings, a planning inspector upheld the appeal in May 2025, overriding local concerns about overdevelopment and excessive height.
Why this matters: This shows how developer appeals can overturn local opposition even when there's overwhelming public resistance - monitoring appeal processes is critical
Henry Construction Collapse - Demolition of Affordable Homes
2024-2025The collapse of developer Henry Construction left 53 almost-finished affordable homes in West Ealing requiring demolition. The council purchased the derelict Greenford Road site for £33.2m in January 2024 but construction never resumed. Related legal actions continue against the Henry family for alleged misconduct.
Why this matters: Developer financial health matters - monitoring company records could have warned of risks before hundreds of affordable homes were lost
Ealing Local Plan Examination
2025The borough's Local Plan (2024-2039) underwent government examination revealing systemic delivery issues. Only 134 home completions in 2024 with none major in 2025. Inspectors identified 23 issues requiring revision including vague tall building policies and inadequate infrastructure planning.
Why this matters: The plan targets 41,535 homes by 2039 but delivery is far behind - residents should monitor infrastructure capacity assessments
Major Developments to Watch in Ealing
Large-scale projects and developments that are shaping the future of Ealing.
West Ealing Centre Transformation
2024-2025Major regeneration around Elizabeth Line station with multiple tower developments approved despite local opposition
Greenford Road Site
2024Council purchased for £33.2m to deliver 90 affordable homes but now faces demolition after developer collapse
What Makes Planning in Ealing Different
- Local Plan originally set 40% affordable housing target (above London's 35% minimum)
- Council guidelines suggest 7-13 storeys max but developments regularly exceed this
- Significant number of stalled developments after developer failures
Ealing has historically undershot housing targets (below 95%). Government-mandated Action Plan in place to address barriers including viability assessments and developer delays
Key Areas in Ealing
Average house price £550k-£600k, diverse borough with significant regeneration around Elizabeth Line stations
Recent Planning Applications in Ealing
Latest applications submitted to Ealing council.
Demolition of existing boundary walls and retaining walls, removal of existing hardstanding, removal of redundant drainage infrastructure, diversion of below ground services, soil remediation works, earthworks to regrade site levels, installation of piling mat and construction of piles, installation of hoardings, and installation of demountable site management buildings. (Out of Borough Re-consultation)
Frogmore Industrial Estate Acton Lane Park Royal NW10 7NQ
T2 Dogwood Reduce crown growing over lawn by 1.5m to lessen sail effect and rebalance tree T3 Birch Fell to ground level T4 Himalayan Birch Prune to clear outbuilding. Thin crown by 20-25% to increase light penetration. T5 Magnolia Tree is leaning and growing away from the property. Reduce crown growing over lawn by up to 2m and shape.
8 Marlborough Crescent Chiswick Ealing W4 1HF
Temporary planning permission for a period of five years, for the proposed use of the site as a construction compound to support the demolition and construction activities arising from the OPEN Energy Centre and district heating network development (granted under permission reference 25/0184/FUMOPDC), comprising the installation of a two-storey modular site office and welfare building, and a single-storey modular education (STEM) unit; provision of storage areas for plant, materials, spoil and aggregates; provision of loading/unloading areas and workforce vehicle parking spaces; and other associated works. (Out of Borough)
Atlas Road Car Park, Atlas Road Park Royal London NW10 6DN
Single storey (Max 6m deep and Max 3.35m high) rear extension (42 days Prior Notification Process)
3 Ivy Crescent Chiswick W4 5NG
Replacement of a boundary wall like-for-like basis preserving the character and appearance of the street (following demolition of existing), adjacent to the pavement on St Stephens Road.
15 Lakeside Edgehill Road West Ealing W13 8HN
Official Planning Portal
View and search planning applications directly on the Ealing council website.
Visit Ealing planning portal →Objecting to a Planning Application in Ealing
Ealing Council can only weigh objections that raise a material planning consideration. Personal disputes, loss of a view and property value are not material and are set aside. These are the grounds that do count, with what Ealing's planning officers will expect you to evidence for each.
Then write the objection letter, or check what counts as a material consideration before you start. Objections normally have to reach Ealing Council inside the 21-day consultation window.
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Data Sources
- Planning application data: planning.data.gov.uk
- Ealing council planning portal — pam.ealing.gov.uk
- Planning Inspectorate (PINS) appeal decisions
- Data last refreshed: 28 October 2026
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